Mobile Fleet Technician: DOT Inspections & PM Expert

Jobtailor; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a skilled technician to diagnose, inspect, and repair Class 6-8 tractors and trailers. You will perform preventive maintenance, DOT inspections, tire and axle service, and document work orders for mobile road calls and in-yard repairs.

The role requires 3+ years of repair experience, ASE and EPA certifications are a plus, and you must be comfortable using computers for billing and work orders. A clean driving record and the ability to lift 50+ pounds are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience repairing Class 6-8 tractors and trailers.
• Experience with annual federal inspections and brake inspections.
• Must have valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds.
• Comfortable using computers for billing and work orders.
• Follows written/verbal work orders to stay on track with daily repairs.
• Ability to communicate diagnosis and next steps to customers over the phone.
• Self-motivated with strong organization and planning.
• Experience with stick welding.
• Own your own tools.
• Certifications such as EPA 608/609/Universal and ASE are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, inspect, and repair Class 6-8 tractors and trailers, including brakes, electrical, hydraulic, A/C, engine, exhaust, systems, components and after-treatment systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and DOT inspections.
• Service and replace tires, hubs, axles, and lift-gates.
• Write work orders and open/close repair orders on a company device for mobile road calls and in-yard work.
• Inspect tractors and trailers to meet the U.S. Department of Transportation's road safety requirements.
• Manage service truck inventory and source parts from local vendors.
• Complete inspection reports and DOT documentation accurately and on time.
• Deliver strong customer service and report findings to management.

Skills

Diagnosing Systems

Repairing Brakes

Electrical Systems Repair

Hydraulic Systems Repair

A/C Systems Repair

Engine Repair

Exhaust Systems Repair

Writing Work Orders

Performing Annual Federal Inspections

Lifting 50+ Pounds

Stick Welding

Own Tools

Valid Driver’s License

EPA 608/609/Universal Certification

ASE Certification

Education

ASE Certification

EPA 608/609/Universal Certification

Valid Driver’s License

Tools

Service Truck Inventory Management

Mobile Device For Work Orders

Computer Billing Systems

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a skilled technician to diagnose, inspect, and repair Class 6-8 tractors and trailers. You will perform preventive maintenance, DOT inspections, tire and axle service, and document work orders for mobile road calls and in-yard repairs.

The role requires 3+ years of repair experience, ASE and EPA certifications are a plus, and you must be comfortable using computers for billing and work orders. A clean driving record and the ability to lift 50+ pounds are essential.